South Korea aims to be world’s 4th-largest defence power by 2030

South Korean President Lee Jae‑myung declared that his nation is aiming to rank among the world’s top four defence powers by 2030, signalling a major shift in military-industrial policy and investment strategy. Speaking at the opening of the Seoul International Aerospace & Defense Exhibition (ADEX) 2025, South Korea’s largest-ever arms fair, Lee said the government would allocate […]